Over 1.2m children have received malaria vaccine across four states, says FG

The federal government says 1,256,791 children have received the malaria vaccine across four states as the country works through challenges linked to the vaccine’s four-dose schedule. The federal Government, in October 2024 received the first batch of 864,200 doses of the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine from Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. Muyi Aina, executive diretor/CEO of the […]

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Why cancer cases are rising among women in Nigeria

Rising cancer cases in Nigeria, especially among women, are not just a growing health concern but a reflection of population growth, longer life expectancy, improved detection, and shifting lifestyles, experts say. According to data from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Nigeria recorded about 127,763 new cancer cases in 2022, with women accounting […]

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NPFL slams Kano Pillars with N15m fine for violent conduct

Kano Pillars have been fined a sum of N15 million for breaching the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, framework in their clash against Rivers United.

The Sai Masu Gida failed to provide adequate and effective security, resulting in unauthorised persons gaining access to restricted areas.

“‎For repeated failure to ensure proper ‎conduct of their supporters, resulting in the harassment of, and intimidation of match officials, Kano Pillars are fined N3m.

‎Kano Pillars were further fined N3m for repeated gross misconduct towards match officials.

‎For repeated disruption and delay of the match, which led to the harassment of the centre referee, and stoppage of play, Kano Pillars have also been fined N2m.

‎Kano Pillars will also play the remaining fixtures in the NPFL behind closed doors.

The Kano-based club defeated Rivers United 2-1 at the Sani Abacha Stadium.

‎The club have within 48 hours of the date of notice to appeal the sanctions.

NPFL slams Kano Pillars with N15m fine for violent conduct

Portuguese Cup: Sanusi ruled out of Porto’s clash with Sporting Lisbon

Zaidu Sanusi will miss the second leg of FC Porto’s Portuguese Cup semi-final clash against Sporting Lisbon.

Sanusi missed training on Tuesday (today) as he continued his recovery from the injury.

The Nigerian international sustained the injury during Porto’s league clash with Tondela last weekend.

The left-back was replaced by Thiago Silva in the 62nd minute.

“Zaidu will remain out as he is still recovering,” Porto head coach, Francesco Fariolli told the club’s official website.

Sanusi has registered one goal, and two assists in 25 appearances across all competitions for the Dragons this season.

Portuguese Cup: Sanusi ruled out of Porto’s clash with Sporting Lisbon

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